CO Protective vs. Restraining Order: How to Remember Which is Which
Jan 9
2021

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Protective Orders | Restraining Orders

Many people think of protective orders and restraining orders as interchangeable. The truth is that they are two very different things in Colorado.

Here’s what you need to know about these two distinct orders, how they’re different, and what happens if one is violated.

Colorado Restraining Orders

Restraining orders are court-issued. They demand that a person suspected of domestic abuse or violence avoid contact with a victim.

What a Restraining Order Is

Anyone who fears for their safety can ask [...]

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What to Look for in a Colorado Criminal Defense Team
Jan 9
2021

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Criminal Defense

Choosing your criminal defense lawyer is one of the most important things you’ll ever do. If you find yourself in a position where you’re being charged with a crime, then your choice of a lawyer may literally be the difference between imprisonment and freedom.

What should you look for in a Colorado criminal defense team? Here are some of the most important attributes you should look for to understand if the attorney you’re considering is the right one for you [...]

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Coloradoans Still Stocking Their Arsenals Into November 2020
Jan 9
2021

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Gun Crimes | Sage Storage Bill | Weapons Crimes

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in panic for a lot of people. That manifests itself through the stockpiling of certain items. For some people, it’s food or household products; for others, it’s guns and ammunition.

Reports out of Colorado Springs have detailed the increased sales of firearms throughout the state. Some gun retailers say their sales are four times greater now than they were one year ago. This has resulted in a shortage of ammunition as well.

Of course, every [...]

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What Happens When Your CO Teen Violates Curfew?
Dec 17
2020

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Juvenile Crimes

The United States is a free country, and because of that, our citizens are allowed to move freely from one place to another. However, this comes with a few restrictions — especially if you’re a minor. In Colorado, minors don’t simply need to contend with the rules their parents give them, but the state as well.

Failure to comply with curfew laws in Colorado can result in legal consequences. Here’s what you need to know about Colorado’s SafeNite Program, what [...]

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A Brief Guide on Colorado’s Economic Crimes
Dec 12
2020

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Bribery | Forgery | Fraud | Money Laundering | White Collar Crimes

Not all crimes are violent – but that doesn’t mean crimes without violence don’t have victims. White-collar crimes are a perfect example. Additionally, in places like Denver, white-collar crimes may be more common than you think.

According to a report by the Denver Post, there is an average of 2.9 white-collar crimes committed in Denver each day. These crimes, while not violent, can involve some steep punishments, which is why being accused of a white-collar crime is very serious.

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